And before we begin this exercise in matchmaking predictions, remember: if you know these two, and thus know how they fared, PLEASE don’t announce it in the comments. Nobody likes a spoiler.

Michael, 28, works on Capitol Hill. Baylee, 26, is an advocate for the homeless.

Do you work out?

Michael: Yes: Marathons, mountaineering, gym junkie.

Baylee: Yes, 6-7 days a week!

Do you drink?

Michael: Yes, socially.

Baylee: Yes, not in excess unless I’m expected to dance.

Your idea of funny ...

Michael: Dry wit in the British sense. I hate to refer to a TV show here, but have you watched Top Gear? Some of those clips have me in absolute stitches the way few things do.

Baylee: Someone who finds me funny, of course. This guy will have to have a Vonnegut-esque appreciation for quick observations with pithy delivery.

First thing people notice in your home ...

Michael: I live in a house with three other people, so I'll substitute "room" for "house" — and it's probably the five musical instruments and computer-recording setup.

Baylee: Either the scent of something baking in the kitchen or the scent of something burning in the kitchen.

Brag a little ...

Michael: Smart, athletic, well-educated, musically talented, funny, adventurous, driven, easygoing, ambitious, and I’m told that I’m good-looking. I have a cool job that I love and great friends. I can get along with just about anyone and make awkward situations fun. This year, I’ve played in symphonies, sung in choirs, performed with a tango orchestra and traveled with a successful funk band, plus climbing a bunch of mountains out in the Cascades.

Baylee: I’m a straight shooter, passionate about my values and an expert at making people feel at ease. For those worthy of my time, I enjoy sharing my biting wit and keen observations. Plus I have a really great butt. Like, really great.

Michael: Athletics generally, if not running particularly. Climbing or hiking would be a major plus. Appreciation for music is a must. Moderate liberal political stance a plus (though I try to avoid political discussions, so I’ve dated across the spectrum without issues).

Baylee: Love of the outdoors and exercise, making fun of hipsters, eating healthy, reading for fun, interest in critical thinking, love of baseball, dislike of football.

How you hope s/he’s different from you ...

Michael: More family-oriented, a better cook, and generally more empathetic and patient.

Baylee: I hope he is a better dancer than I am. I hope he knows how to put up a tent and make a campfire.

Last book you read ...

Michael: Two just recently - "Killing Pablo" and "Deep Survival." Both nonfiction, I know. On the fiction side, I just powered through the 5 books of "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin after getting hooked on “Game of Thrones.” Thank you, HBO.

Baylee: “Something Happened” by Joseph Heller. Surprisingly, more than one thing happened.

Your sign ...

Michael: Pisces

Baylee: Sagittarius

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